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The first day of fall is September 22, so it is time to start thinking about all the fun, fall activities your family can do this upcoming season. If you are thinking of relocating to the Lake of the Ozarks area, there are many fall festivals this upcoming month. Check out these family-friendly events that you may want to partake in this season: Annual Turkey Festival Photo Credit: FunLake.com 31st Annual Turkey Festival Eldon's annual turkey festival will feature crafters, entertainment and delicious BBQ, kettle corn, funnel cakes, fried pickles, gator burger, Chicago Hot Dogs and tons more! The Turkey Festival Parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. Get the family together and enjoy a fun day in Eldon! When: Sept. 24 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Where: Downton Eldon Versailles Olde Tyme Apple Festival The 37th Annual Olde Tyme Apple Festival is proudly hosted by the Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce. This festival is award-winning and enjoyed by thousands of festiv...

It's difficult to make yourself leave the area in the Summer when you live in a house at the Lake of the Ozarks .  Autumn is every bit as beautiful, but it's a great time to jump in the car and take a day trip. Here are 9 Fall festivals close-to-home that celebrate this gorgeous season.   Sept. 16-Oct. 31 - National Harvest & Cowboy Festival , Branson Silver Dollar City is known for its incredible festivals year-round.  This Fall the amusement park will be filled with over 125 visiting craftsmen from the "Four Corners of the United States."  There will be live crafting demonstrations, live music, stunt shows, and the incredibly popular Western Barn Dance.  All of this is in addition to the amazing rides, shows, and food that is always available at this family-fun destination.  Sept. 25-27 - The 9th Annual Roots, Blues, & BBQ Festival , Columbia Stephens Lake Park is the home to this entertaining festival.  It features more tha...